Anthony Williams - Jump start your career in 2024
2024-01-22 21:00 UTC
Anthony Williams, CGCS of Invited Clubs, offers career-development tips and advice for upcoming and experienced superintendents alike. Williams also addresses how setting career goals for you and your golf course for 2024 and beyond and working to attain them can help ensure career longevity. The presentation also includes how to establish realistic standards and how to go about working toward achieving them.

Kevin Frank — Winterkill: Current situation and moving forward through spring
2024-02-20 21:00
Kevin Frank, Ph.D., of Michigan State University, focuses on the most recent research results to help mitigate winterkill on annual bluegrass. Topics include fall management practices such as topdressing, aeration, surface drainage improvement and fertilization. Success and failures from the field are discussed and the most recent research efforts to mitigate winterkill from around the country are presented along with information on an ongoing trial and how to join it.

Brandon Horvath — Winter damage on Bermudagrass
2024-04-01 21:00
Winter damage can be especially troublesome in low-lying areas and other areas with poor drainage and where moisture collects. Prolonged freezing temperatures and snow cover well into the upper South in January promises to bring another spring filled with challenges for many superintendents growing Bermudagrass.

In this TurfNet University webinar, Brandon Horvath, Ph.D., of the University of Tennessee discusses the causes of winter damage, tips to minimize the threat and research-based advice on recovery to help ensure a successful golf season.

The importance of fungicide application timing for control of common types of snow mold
2024-04-24 21:00
In this TurfNet University Webinar, Paul Koch, Ph.D., of the University of Wisconsin updates different types of snow mold pathogens, their differences and information on fungicide application timing.

The presentation also includes an update on current research being conducted at the University of Wisconsin.

Managing golf course turf using non-potable water
2024-05-08 21:00
Marco Schiavon, Ph.D., of the University of Florida discusses how increased levels of salts are commonly found in water and can be toxic to plants and detrimental to soil structure. Managing salinity and related stress on putting greens and fairways is a significant issue. Because water characteristics can affect soil and plant status, it is important to check water quality periodically. However, water analysis reports are often confusing and cumbersome to read, focused primarily on monitoring sodium (Na) contents and little else.

Spring and summer weather forecasts, and what they mean for golf
2024-05-13 21:00
Herb Stevens and Garrett Bastardi of T3/Turf Threat Tracker will focus on upcoming summer weather with a discussion of the global factors that will help tell us how the season should turn out and how this weather cycle will affect golf course superintendents.

2024 Halftime update: Annual bluegrass weevil management
2024-06-10 21:00
Ben McGraw, Ph.D. of Pennsylvania State University provides an overview of the early-season management of the annual bluegrass weevil on golf courses.

This webinar provides an overview of the lifecycle and ecology of the pest as well as a comprehensive look into the research that is being conducted to manage the weevil chemically, biologically, and culturally.

Nitrogen in turfgrass systems
2024-07-08 21:00
If you have applied urea, or if thatch has gotten out of control and you just aerified; or if you inherited a property where someone put out a 2-inch layer of straw as compost, then how does all that affect N cycling, and how does the nutrient eventually get to the plant?

Beth Guertal, Ph.D., of Kansas State University covers how N is made plant-available and what can affect that.

The presentation also includes information on how much N can be added to the turfgrass system, and how much can be lost. Finally, the presenter briefly touches on the relationship between N fertilization and environmental protection.

Identification and diagnosis of turfgrass diseases
2024-08-14 21:00
Turfgrass consultant John Dempsey, Ph.D., discusses how to correctly diagnose and identify many common diseases affecting golf course turf.

Correct identification and diagnosis are critical to efficient and effective disease management and control and plant self defense. The webinar also provides information about chemical and agronomic control options based on scientific research.

The presentation also provides information on relevant and seasonal issues, including temperature, height of cut, irrigation and surfactant practices.

The hungry caterpillar army: All about fall armyworms
2024-09-17 21:00
In this TurfNet University webinar, Terri Billeisen, Ph.D., extension associate for the department of entomology and plant pathology at North Carolina State University, discusses how to manage fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda), a destructive pest that affects a wide range of crops, including corn, rice and turfgrass.

This presentation explores the fall armyworm lifecycle, its behavior, how to diagnose its presence and the impact it has on managed turf. The presenter also addresses various management strategies for suppression.

Managing Poa annua in warm-season turf
2024-10-06 21:00
Jim Brosnan, Ph.D., of the University of Tennessee discusses the challenges of weed management in the South, focusing primarily on Poa annua control in warm-season turf.

The presenter also discusses what is new in chemical control products, what works best and what a management program should look like. Finally, he addresses new research in the field and the importance of early order programs in helping superintendents maximize control of Poa in warm-season turfgrass.

What's new in Microdochium patch control?
2024-10-16 21:00
Alec Kowalewski, Ph.D., at Oregon State University discusses the latest research and practices to successfully manage the pathogen that causes Microdochium patch.

Among the greatest challenges facing superintendents throughout the northern tier of the country, Microdochium patch is most prevalent in areas that receive significant amounts of snowfall. However, it also is a problem in areas with a damp, cold climate where snowfall is of no concern.

The presenter discusses symptoms and how the disease manifests. He also provides an update on the newest research data available and how to develop a program to control and manage the pathogen that causes this disease.

Nematode management research update
2024-10-28 21:00
Billy Crow, Ph.D., of the University of Florida provides an update on the latest in nematode control in golf turf.

The presentation includes updates in ongoing research at the University of Florida into improved control of sting and root knot nematodes.

This presentation also includes background on the different nematode species common in finely managed turf and the behavioral differences between them.

As part of the update on ongoing research, Dr. Crow also addresses new products available for nematode control, and the conditions under which each should be used.

It's a La Niña winter — What does that mean for you?
2024-11-13 21:00
Another La Niña winter is on the horizon. What that means for golf course superintendents throughout the U.S. and Canada will vary by geographic location.

In this episode of TurfNet University sponsored by Lebanon Turf, Herb Stevens and Garrett Bastardi of T3 Golf discuss what this means, and why, depending on where you are located.

The presentation addresses the role of the solar cycle in winter weather and how this winter’s forecasts compare with previous winters and the various models that are used in forecasting.

Preventing winterkill in warm-season turf
2024-11-18 21:00
Wendell Hutchens, Ph.D., of the University of Arkansas discusses how to prepare warm-season turf heading into winter.

The presentation includes information on managing irrigation, wetting agent use, late-season nutrition and adjusting height of cut.

Much of the information is based on the results of a recent four-year study completed by researchers in Arkansas, Maryland and Virginia.

2024 — The year in review
2024-12-16 21:00
Frank S. Rossi, Ph.D., of Cornell University look back at 2024 and unloads his thoughts on what has transpired throughout the year and explore recent turfgrass management trends.

Topics for discussion include various biotic and abiotic stresses that were prevalent throughout the year and how they might be exacerbated by current popular agronomic and cultural practices, legislation affecting product availability and what superintendents can do to meet these challenges.

This presentation addresses climate and pest management issues around the U.S. and Canada, and includes advice on alternative strategies to alleviate the effects of these stress factors moving forward.

Jumpstart your career in 2025
2025-01-06 21:00
Anthony Williams, CGCS, vice president of agronomy for Invited Clubs, offers career-development tips and advice for upcoming and experienced superintendents alike.

Williams discusses how goal-setting career can help attendees achieve personal and career goal this year and beyond.

His annual presentation includes how to establish realistic standards and how to achieve them.

Winter injury update — prepare and repair
2025-01-14 21:00
Winter injury comes in many forms and can wreak havoc on golf courses in various climates around the country. Understanding the different types of winter injury that can occur is important for both preparing for and recovering from damage that may occur.

Paul Koch, Ph.D., of the University of Wisconsin, discusses abiotic forms of winter injury including crown hydration, ice encasement and desiccation.

What is new in the development of cool-season turfgrass for golf?
2025-02-11 21:00
Penn State turfgrass breeder David Huff, Ph.D., discusses some of the new cool-season turf varieties that are being developed, their traits and why they are a better choice today for golf course superintendents.

The presentation will include information on several varieties that Huff has developed, including Pure Eclipse creeping bentgrass, a seeded Poa annua and several bents currently in NTEP trials.

Turf’s hierarchy of needs: Water, light, temperature and nutrition
2025-03-11 21:00
Establishing a healthy turfgrass foundation requires a balanced combination of essential resources.

Bryan Unruh, Ph.D., of the University of Florida discusses how plant growth and development largely depend on the proper coordination of water, light, temperature and nutrition, with their alignment playing a critical role in achieving success.

The presenter discusses findings based on peer-reviewed scientific research.

Planning and building a modern golf course maintenance facility: Applebrook Golf Club Brecker Turf Care Center case study
2025-03-17 21:00
Jared Viarengo, CGCS, director of grounds and club operations at Applebrook Golf Club in Malvern, Pennsylvania, explores the critical steps involved in proposing, securing approval for, and executing such a project, using the Applebrook Golf Club Brecker Turf Care Center as a case study.

Additionally, the discussion includes strategies for optimizing the facility’s functionality, efficiency and sustainability. Attendees will gain practical insights into overcoming common obstacles, managing costs and ensuring a successful outcome that meets operational and environmental standards.

Whether in the early stages of planning or preparing to present your case, this session will provide valuable strategies to guide you through the process.

Understanding fungicides
2025-03-24 21:00
Dr. Rick Latin of Purdue University (retired) explains how fungicides work, why they work, and why sometimes they do not.

Topics are addressed from a practical perspective and emphasize how this information benefits turf managers.

Specific topics covered in this 90-minute presentation include:

How fungicides move in the plant and in the turf profile.

How fungicides kill turf pathogens.

Fungicide resistance management.

Factors that influence fungicide performance.

Approaches to scheduling fungicide applications.

Winter damage in warm-season turf: Recovery, repair, prevention
2025-04-15 21:00
Wendell Hutchens, Ph.D., of the University of Arkansas discuss strategies for recovering from winter damage on warm-season turfgrass.

The presenter discusses the types of areas that are typically susceptible to winter injury, how to identify potential damage in advance and how to treat affected areas afterward. This presentation addresses recovery plans ranging from recovery from growing in from existing turf to resodding part or all of the damaged area.

Finally, the discussion includes advice on how to minimize the threat of winter injury in future years by repairing and remediating areas that are subject to repeated stress.

Nitrogen and phosphorus: Be your own environmental advocate
2025-05-05 21:00
Beth Guertal, Ph.D., discusses how nitrogen and phosphorus can be lost from the golf course environment, and what superintendents can do to reduce those losses and risks to the surrounding environment.

The presentation covers all the benefits that an intact turfgrass system offers for lessened sediment, water and nutrient loss. Viewers will come away with some easy and inexpensive management practices that can help to further reduce sediment and nutrient loss.

Sustainable golf course design
2025-06-09 21:00
Dave Zinkand of Zinkand Golf Design discusses innovative practices that promote eco-friendly golf courses. Learn how to reduce environmental impacts, promote biodiversity, and implement water conservation techniques to create more sustainable golf courses.

This webinar is for golf course superintendents committed to environmental responsibility, elevating aesthetics and adopting ecologically sensitive practices. By integrating sustainability into golf course design, superintendents can contribute to a healthier game and environment.

Irrigation system troubleshooting
2025-06-22 21:00
Brad Jakubowski of Penn State discusses the importance of troubleshooting a golf course irrigation system to ensure it functions properly.

In an interactive, format that includes live, on-site demonstrations, the discussion includes tips to determine whether your irrigation system is working properly and how to remedy any issues revealed through testing to ensure accurate and consistent performance.

What's ahead for the remainder of summer?
2025-07-21 21:00
In this TurfNet University webinar sponsored by Lebanon Turf, Herb Stevens and Garrett Bastardi, founders of T3 Golf, focus on nationwide weather patterns for the remainder of the summer.

The presenters discuss what current conditions as well as the various long-term weather predicting models they will affect the weather conditions through summer and heading into fall.

The presenters also look at forecasts based on current science and the various models used to make long-range predictions, including the threat of tropical weather.

Summer disease roundup
2025-07-23 21:00
In this TurfNet University webinar presented by Lebanon Turf, Nathaniel Mitkowski, Ph.D., of the University of Rhode Island discusses some common summer turfgrass diseases and other causes of stress.

This webinar includes how to identify and diagnose these diseases, how to prevent them and how to treat and recover from them once they manifest.

The presenter also takes a deeper look at some of the abiotic factors that influence disease pressure including cultural practices that superintendents can put into practice to help minimize the threat of disease from occurring in the first place.

Bunker construction and renovation
2025-08-06 21:00
Cory Blair, CGCS, sales and business development manager for CapillaryFlow, discusses the ABC’s of bunker management and construction.

His talk includes how to rebuild bunkers as part of a restoration or renovation project, as well as tips for building bunkers during new course construction.

The presenter also discusses how to stabilize bunkers and prevent washouts and contamination.

The Hungry Caterpillar Army
2025-09-10 21:00
In this TurfNet University webinar sponsored by Lebanon Turf, Terri Billeisen, Ph.D., of North Carolina State University discusses the fall armyworms and how to manage them.

The discussion includes the lifecycle of the fall army worm, their native range, their migratory habits and how they actually get from Point A to Point B.

The presenter also discusses differences in overcoming damage in warm- and cool-season turf, and provides advice on the best chemical tools to minimize damage.
